Four wines that pair well on Valentine's Day

Good food and wine are the way to the heart. Pair them properly and you'll be taking express service. The 2012 Ravines dry riesling is explosive and fresh, bone dry, making it an ideal pairing for raw bar and exotic, spicy fare such as Thai, Indian or Vietnamese. The 2012 Loveblock sauvignon blanc not only hints across the table, but with goat cheese crostini, fish tacos or citrus marinated chicken, it'll do the talking for you.

Then, for the bold and cut-to-the-chase types, there's the 2012 Some Young Punks "Passion Has Red Lips" red blend. Leave it to the Aussies, who hands down take the cake in the "sexy label" category.

This one isn't just a risqué, pretty face, though. It's a juicy, full-bodied fusion of cabernet sauvignon and shiraz that can stand up to a grilled steak or stand down to roast pork and grilled vegetables. Ready for dessert? Try Warre's Optima 10 Year Tawny Port with a plate of cheeses, mixed nuts and fruit marmalade, creamy pastries or dark chocolate.